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Do you wee in the shower? The surprising health problems you could cause

From infections to incontinence, here are the health issues you could face if you wee in the shower.

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McDonald's pulls menu item after complaints its 'like gnawing on a roof tile'

McDonald's has been forced to remove its new Caramel Loaded McFlurry (which only launched on September 10) due to a "quality control issue".

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The Weir review: Play starring Brendan Gleeson is poetic but lacks strong themes

The Weir has been granted residence at The Harold Pinter for the autumn season, but was it worth the exhumation? Read our review.

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Comedian Michael McIntyre has very famous in-laws that you may recognise

Michael McIntyre is famous in his own right, but through wife Kitty Ward, you may recognise his famous in-laws.

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Section of road in Barking to face overnight closure for crane work

Thornhill Gardens in Barking will close for crane works to replace a sub-station, with an overnight closure expected.

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Manhunt continues after intruder grabs woman by the mouth in central London flat

An intruder put his hand over a woman’s mouth and tried to force his way into her central London flat.

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London set for mild temperatures and sun all week

Londoners can expect a settled week of sunshine and mild temperatures.

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Four men injured after knife-wielding man 'threatens' people in Leicester Square

A man has been arrested after four people were injured following a knife incident in Leicester Square.

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Missing 15-year-old from Kent last seen on CCTV in London

Police searching for a missing girl from Ashford have released CCTV images believed to show her in London.

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West Ham United Women pay tribute after 'shock' death of former manager

West Ham United FC Women has paid tribute to former manager Matt Beard who died on September 20.

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Passengers facing another day of disruption at Heathrow after ‘cyber attack’

Passengers are facing another day of disruption at several European airports, including London Heathrow, after an alleged cyber attack targeted a service provider for check-in and boarding systemszsd

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Man in hospital after being detained by police in the West End

A man has been taken to hospital after being detained by police in the West End.

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirms UK to recognise Palestinian state

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed the UK will recognise Palestine as a state.

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Traffic banned from Oxford Street tomorrow for preview of mayors long-term plan

Traffic will be banned from part of Oxford Street on Sunday to showcase mayor Sir Sadiq Khan’s pedestrianisation plan.

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Heathrow airport hit by delays and cancellations after ‘cyber attack’

Flights have been delayed and cancelled at airports including Heathrow after an alleged cyber attack targeted a service provider for check-in and boarding systems.

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Is it okay to leave your iPhone on low power mode the whole day?

Many Apple users have been left asking if leaving their iPhone on low power mode all day is bad for their device.

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Dagenham embraces flag raising trend - in pictures

Dagenham has raised flags as part of a nationwide trend - here's how the town looks.

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Parking restrictions threaten to leave Dagenham parade as row of 'boarded-up shops'

Shops down Valence Avenue and Becontree Avenue in Dagenham say they are struggling after the introduction of a controlled parking zone (CPZ) by Barking and Dagenham Council.

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BMW driver who made 'unsafe overtake' of cyclist avoids ban due to family hardship

Chadwell Heath man Abdul Noim avoided a ban after he carried out a close overtake of a cyclist in Pembrokeshire.

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Sausages withdrawn from Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Morrisons over health fears

The Food Standards Agency has issued a warning over the sausages